Spring Quarter Law for Engineers 1 credit Seminar Course

There are no prerequisites and open to all COE students both undergraduate and graduate please distribute accordingly and
forward to all interested parties.

Spring 2012 Quarter
 Special Topics
LAW FOR ENGINEERS
 AA498A/AA598A
 1 credit Cr/Nc
 Mondays 3:30 - 4:20
 134 Sieg Hall

Course Description

Engineering and legal principles govern most everything in our society today. This course examines and explains the practical application of the law to engineering, and assists the engineer in industry, higher education, and life. Topics focus on intellectual property law, business and contract law, tort law, and engineering ethics. Discussions explore patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, specifically what they are, how to obtain them, how to use them, and how to lose them. Additionally, the class considers how businesses are started and governed, product liability law, and the ethical duties an engineer owes to an employer and the public. This course is applicable to all engineering disciplines.

Instructor: Joel Lohrmeyer, J.D.
 SLN 10016 AA498A and 10053 AA598A
 Course Assignments and Grading:
In-class participation. Optional out of class exercises.
 Remit feedback to the instructor
 More detailed information may be found at: http://www.aa.washington.edu/courses/courseDetail.php?courseID=AA498&search=ALL*